Living in
Kiama, NSW

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Kiama Statistics

Location Details

  • Region

    South Coast

  • Population

    13,453

  • Nearest Capital

    122km

  • Nearest Airport

    Sydney intl 109km

  • Median House Price

    $1,400,000
  • October Temp °C
    21 / 12

Kiama is an coastal town south of Sydney, in New South Wales, Australia. Its known for the Kiama Blowhole and Little Blowhole, 2 cliffside caverns where seawater shoots into the air. Heading north, the Kiama Coast Walk trail links the blowholes to the columns of Cathedral Rocks, with whale-watching spots along the way. Surf Beach has calm water for swimming. Pilots Cottage Museum traces the towns maritime history.

Kiama
Community

Living in regional Australia gives you access to a wealth of community services, such as hospitals, libraries, bars and eateries.

Data source: Department of Health Commonwealth declared hospitals [2021], Australia Post. Google [2021]

Amenities within 50km of Kiama

Hospital
20
Doctors & Allied Health
50+
Library
13
Post Office
19
Bars & Eateries
50+
Groceries & Convenience
20
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Kiama
Housing

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Comparison to median State house price

-8%
Property in Kiama

Based on LGA data

Median House Price

$1,400,000

Rental House Median Price Per Month

$1,677

Attached Dwelling Median Price

$880,000

Data source: ABS, [2019, 2020], LGA updated [2021], Corelogic [2024]

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    Kiama
    Jobs

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    Jobs in Kiama

    Based on LGA data

    Median Salary Per Year

    $50,238

    Median Personal Income Per Week

    $966

    Median Family Income Per Week

    $913

    Data source: ABS [2016, 2017, 2020]

    An Exciting opportunity to join a Glen Innes General Practice awaits! Local Connect
    Glen Innes, NSW Full-time
    Posted: Nov 23
    Closes: Jan 31
    Want a Career at MCC - Submit your EOI here MidCoast Council
    MidCoast NSW, Full-time
    Posted: Apr 18
    Closes: Dec 31
    GP work in a beautiful rural setting - what's not to love? Local Connect
    Glen Innes, NSW Full-time
    Posted: Nov 23
    Closes: Jan 31
    Expressions of Interest - Apprenticeships and Traineeships 2025 MidCoast Council
    MidCoast NSW, Casual
    Posted: Dec 04
    Closes: Oct 31
    Casual Childcare Educators - Diploma Singleton Council
    Singleton, NSW Casual
    Posted: Jan 25
    Closes: Dec 31
    Casual Childcare Educators - Certificate III Singleton Council
    Singleton, NSW Casual
    Posted: Jan 25
    Closes: Dec 31
    Childcare Employment Opportunities Southern Mallee District Council
    Pinnaroo, South Australia Full-time
    Posted: Apr 13
    Closes: Feb 16
    Early Years Educator - Bachelor Wattle Range Council
    Millicent, South Australia Full-time
    Posted: Jan 25
    Closes: Jan 15
    Casual Umpires and Referees (Program Delivery Assistants) Central Coast Council
    Central Coast NSW, New South Wales Casual
    Posted: Mar 08
    Closes: Dec 30
    Expressions of Interest - EOI Narromine Shire Council
    Narromine, Full-time
    Posted: Mar 13
    Closes: Dec 13
    Workplacement Application Armidale Regional Council
    Armidale, NSW Full-time
    Posted: Nov 05
    Closes: Jun 30
    Casual Early Childhood Educator Bathurst Regional Council
    Bathurst, NSW Casual
    Posted: Sep 20
    Closes: Dec 29
    Children's Services Casual & Short-Term Employment - 2024 Eligibility List Warrumbungle Shire Council
    Coonabarabran, New South Wales Full-time
    Posted: Jan 01
    Closes: Dec 31
    Customer Liaison Officer District Council of Tumby Bay
    Tumby Bay, South Australia Full-time
    Posted: Mar 18
    Closes: May 13
    Educators - Certificate III - Casual Central Coast Council
    Central Coast NSW, New South Wales Casual
    Posted: Mar 20
    Closes: Dec 19
    Educators - Diploma - Casual Central Coast Council
    Central Coast NSW, New South Wales Casual
    Posted: Mar 20
    Closes: Dec 19
    Educator Early Childhood Teachers - Casual Central Coast Council
    Central Coast NSW, New South Wales Casual
    Posted: Mar 20
    Closes: Dec 19
    Work Experience Application Kiama Municipal Council
    Kiama, NSW Full-time
    Posted: Feb 20
    Closes: Dec 30
    Outdoor Casual & Short-Term Employment - 2024 Eligibility List Warrumbungle Shire Council
    Coonabarabran, New South Wales Casual
    Posted: Jan 01
    Closes: Dec 31
    Child Care Caterers - Casual Central Coast Council
    Central Coast, New South Wales Casual
    Posted: Mar 20
    Closes: Dec 19
    Communications Officer Kangaroo Island Council
    Kingscote, South Australia Full-time
    Posted: Mar 27
    Closes: Apr 27
    Construction and Maintenance Worker District Council of Tumby Bay
    Tumby Bay, South Australia Full-time
    Posted: Apr 10
    Closes: May 10
    TEMPLATE 2023 Operational External Merit MidCoast Council
    MidCoast NSW, Full-time
    Posted: Jan 28
    Closes: Jan 01
    Casual Cleaner District Council of Kimba
    Kimba, South Australia Full-time
    Posted: Apr 22
    Closes: Apr 19
    Bordertown Caravan Park - Casual Customer Service Officer / Housekeeper Tatiara District Council
    Bordertown, South Australia Full-time
    Posted: May 01
    Closes: Nov 01
    Work Experience Application Shellharbour City Council
    Shellharbour, NSW Full-time
    Posted: Feb 27
    Closes: Dec 31
    Strategic Planner Richmond Valley Council
    Casino, Full-time
    Posted: May 29
    Closes: Nov 30
    Group Fitness Instructors - Casual Central Coast Council
    Central Coast NSW, New South Wales Casual
    Posted: May 31
    Closes: Dec 19
    Child Care Assistant Moree Plains Shire Council
    Moree NSW, Full-time
    Posted: Jun 12
    Closes: Dec 31
    Indoor Casual & Short-Term Employment - 2024 Eligibility List Warrumbungle Shire Council
    Coonabarabran, New South Wales Casual
    Posted: Jan 02
    Closes: Dec 31
    Warrumbungle Community Care Workers - Casual & Short-Term Employment Warrumbungle Shire Council
    All shire locations, New South Wales Full-time
    Posted: Jan 01
    Closes: Dec 31
    Principal Traffic and Transport Engineer Central Coast Council
    Central Coast NSW, New South Wales Full-time
    Posted: May 27
    Closes: Dec 30
    Swim Instructor Kiama Municipal Council
    Kiama, NSW Casual
    Posted: Jul 03
    Closes: Dec 31
    Sous Chef Narrabri Shire Council
    Narrabri, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 18
    Closes: Dec 19
    Swim Programs Instructors - Casual Central Coast Council
    Central Coast NSW, New South Wales Casual
    Posted: Aug 21
    Closes: Dec 29
    Expressions of Interest Victoria Daly Regional Council
    Katherine, NT Full-time
    Posted: Jul 15
    Closes: Dec 30
    Casual Assistant Youth Worker Orange City Council
    Orange, Casual
    Posted: Jul 07
    Closes: Nov 24
    Senior Building Surveyor Bega Valley Shire Council
    Bega, Full-time
    Posted: Mar 07
    Closes: Jun 30
    Pool Attendants - Gunning and Crookwell Upper Lachlan Shire Council
    Crookwell, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 20
    Closes: Nov 18
    Casual Lifeguards Lithgow City Council
    Lithgow, NSW Casual
    Posted: Nov 02
    Closes: Dec 20
    Casual Learn to Swim Instructors Lithgow City Council
    Lithgow, NSW Casual
    Posted: Jul 20
    Closes: Dec 20
    Pool Attendant 2024/2025 Pool Season Warrumbungle Shire Council
    Warrumbungle Shire, NSW Casual
    Posted: Jun 27
    Closes: Nov 24
    Early Childhood Educator (Certificate III) Casual Bega Valley Shire Council
    Bega, Full-time
    Posted: Jul 04
    Closes: Jun 30
    Casual Disability Support Workers Orange City Council
    Orange, Casual
    Posted: Jul 07
    Closes: Nov 17
    Manager Human Resources Upper Lachlan Shire Council
    Crookwell, Full-time
    Posted: Jul 15
    Closes: Oct 13
    Aquatic Facilities Team Members (multiple positions available) Bega Valley Shire Council
    Various locations, Full-time
    Posted: Jul 16
    Closes: Jun 30
    Aquatic Team Members (Lifeguard, Aquatic Attendant, Swimming Instructor, Swim Coach, Gym & Fitness Instructor) Bega Valley Shire Council
    Various locations, Full-time
    Posted: Jul 16
    Closes: Jun 30
    Project Officer (Buildings) Nambucca Valley Council
    Macksville, Contract
    Posted: Jul 22
    Closes: Oct 20
    Team Leader Finance Kempsey Shire Council
    West Kempsey, Full-time
    Posted: Jul 29
    Closes: Oct 27
    Ranger Wingecarribee Shire Council
    Moss Vale, Full-time
    Posted: Jul 30
    Closes: Oct 28
    Technical Officer (Civil Works) North Burnett Regional Council
    Mundubbera, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 07
    Closes: Nov 05
    Pool Lifeguard Coffs Harbour City Council
    Coffs Harbour, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 11
    Closes: Nov 09
    Utilities Engineering Planning and Assets Manager Port Macquarie-Hastings Council
    Port Macquarie, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 07
    Closes: Nov 05
    Civil Works Supervisor (Maintenance North) North Burnett Regional Council
    Monto, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 14
    Closes: Nov 12
    NEWMAN VISITOR CENTRE COORDINATOR Shire of East Pilbara
    NEWMAN, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 13
    Closes: Nov 29
    Senior Weighbridge Operator City of Greater Geraldton
    GERALDTON, Part-time
    Posted: Aug 08
    Closes: Nov 06
    Trainee Horticultural Services Coffs Harbour City Council
    Coffs Harbour, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 16
    Closes: Nov 14
    Apprentice Electrician Coffs Harbour City Council
    Coffs Harbour, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 16
    Closes: Nov 14
    Trainee Human Resources (HR) Officer Coffs Harbour City Council
    Coffs Harbour, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 15
    Closes: Nov 13
    Casual - Leisure Attendant - South Shoalhaven City Council
    Nowra, New South Wales Full-time
    Posted: Aug 15
    Closes: Jun 30
    Food, Beverage & Events Attendant Shoalhaven City Council
    Nowra, New South Wales Full-time
    Posted: Jul 30
    Closes: Jun 30
    Chef Shoalhaven City Council
    Nowra, New South Wales Full-time
    Posted: Jul 30
    Closes: Jun 30
    Development Assessment Officer Coffs Harbour City Council
    Coffs Harbour, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 18
    Closes: Nov 16
    Professional Ocean Lifeguard (Level 1) Coffs Harbour City Council
    Coffs Harbour, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 18
    Closes: Nov 16
    Trainee Survey and Design Coffs Harbour City Council
    Coffs Harbour, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 18
    Closes: Nov 16
    Casual Leisure Attendant - North Shoalhaven City Council
    Nowra, New South Wales Full-time
    Posted: Aug 22
    Closes: Jun 30
    Casual Leisure Attendant - Central Shoalhaven City Council
    Nowra, New South Wales Full-time
    Posted: Aug 22
    Closes: Jun 30
    Procurement Stream Leader North Burnett Regional Council
    Gayndah, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 26
    Closes: Nov 24
    Civil Works Supervisor (Construction North) North Burnett Regional Council
    Monto, Full-time
    Posted: Aug 26
    Closes: Nov 24

    Kiama
    Education

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    Number of Institutions

    172

    Data sources:

    Australian Children's Education & Care Quality Authority, Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority, Wikipedia, 4icu.

    Schools And Universities in Kiama

    Education within 25KM of Kiama

    108 Childcare Centres
    jigsaw oosh kiama pty ltd
    kiama preschool
    kiama academy of early learning
    kiama world of learning
    create imagine learn kiama
    kiama downs community preschool 0-5
    north kiama combined oshc
    jamberoo community preschool
    little cherubs childrens centre
    gerringong coastal cottage early learning centre
    goodstart early learning shell cove
    peak sports and learning shell cove
    blue cove early learning centre
    gerringong preschool education centre
    camp australia - shellharbour anglican school oshc
    marina cottage early learning centre
    shellharbour-kiama family day care
    flinders preschool education centre
    mindchamps early learning @ shellharbour
    junior einsteins nurturing centre - flinders
    flinders cove early learning centre
    sprouts early learning
    peak sports and learning - shellharbour
    curious kids
    mindchamps early learning @ albion park
    growing stars montessori school
    peak sports and learning mt terry
    poka dot kids mt terry
    shellharbour city children's centre
    seaview preschool
    albion park early learning centre burdekin drive
    bright beginning childcare & early learning centre
    early learners hub
    dynamic learners early childhood centre
    ectarc wallaroo early education and care service
    poka dot kids early learning centre
    pelican pre-school & long day care @ shellharbour
    junior einsteins nurturing centre - blackbutt
    little wonders early learning centre
    albion park early learning centre
    big fat smile shellharbour early learning and care
    barrack heights community preschool 0-5
    tongarra road preschool and early learning centre
    ectarc alunga early education and care service
    koninderie community based pre-school and occasional care service
    peak sports and learning - oak flats
    oak flats public school preschool
    terry street kids
    olitots pre-school and long day care centre
    fun club @ balarang
    centenary hill pre-school
    early years care
    poka dot kids early learning centre
    albion park world of learning
    peak sports learning warilla
    illawarra academy of early learning
    fun club @ albion park
    warilla baptist church pre-school
    shellharbour tafe children's centre
    mt warrigal public school preschool
    peak sports and learning - albion park
    all saints preschool albion park
    illawarra academy of early learning
    warilla child care centre
    illawarra academy of early learning (lake illawarra)
    calderwood prep
    jumping jellybeans early childhood centre - berry
    berry community pre-school
    the learning tree oshc
    kids world mt brown
    natural play children's centre
    lakeview pre-school
    avondale early childhood education centre
    koonawarra community preschool 0-5
    goodstart early learning dapto
    fun club @ koonawarra
    grandma rosie's childcare centre - primbee
    koonawarra public school preschool
    little peoples early learning centre dapto
    dapto community preschool 0-5
    illawarra family day care
    camp australia - hayes park public school oshc
    goodstart early learning kanahooka
    st luke's pre-school (dapto)
    peak sports and learning st johns
    hoskins education & care
    peak sports and learning dapto public school
    little peoples early learning centre lake heights/warrawong
    kemblawarra public school preschool
    hillview child care centre
    little peoples early learning centre (berkeley)
    little peoples early learning centre (horsley)
    illawarra montessori pre-school
    warrawong community preschool 0-5
    toddlers palace kindergarten
    aspire oshc st patricks port kembla
    winnanggay pre-school
    port kembla community preschool
    st francis of assisi out of school hours
    ectarc jerry bailey early education and care service
    cringila children's house
    the little school pre school
    the secret garden preschool
    kindy korner children services - unanderra
    your kids our kids early learning centre unanderra
    cedars christian college prep program
    happy kids day care centre
    catholiccare oosh- st pius x unanderra
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    48 Primary Schools
    kiama public school
    minnamurra public school
    ss peter and paul catholic primary school
    shellharbour anglican college
    shell cove public school
    albion park rail public school
    flinders public school
    oak flats public school
    nazareth catholic primary school
    balarang public school
    shellharbour public school
    stella maris catholic primary school
    amity college illawarra campus
    gerringong public school
    barrack heights public school
    mount warrigal public school
    warilla public school
    warilla north public school
    lake illawarra south public school
    mount brown public school
    windang public school
    lakelands public school
    koonawarra public school
    berry public school
    robertson public school
    dapto public school
    st john's catholic primary school
    hayes park public school
    primbee public school
    lake heights public school
    berkeley public school
    berkeley west public school
    kemblawarra public school
    warrawong public school
    st francis of assisi catholic primary school
    cringila public school
    st patrick's catholic primary school
    farmborough road public school
    shoalhaven heads public school
    tullimbar public school
    port kembla public school
    cedars christian college
    calderwood christian school
    st pius x catholic primary school
    st paul's catholic primary school
    albion park public school
    mount terry public school
    jamberoo public school
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    16 High Schools
    kiama high school
    shellharbour anglican college
    corpus christi catholic high school
    oak flats high school
    amity college illawarra campus
    warilla high school
    lake illawarra high school
    dapto high school
    kanahooka high school
    illawarra sports high school
    warrawong high school
    five islands secondary college
    cedars christian college
    calderwood christian school
    st joseph's catholic high school
    albion park high school
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